DiabetesFreeSC

#ICYMI: DFSC leaders presented at the SC ADCES Diabetes Management Conference. Misti Leyva, PhD, shared how CDCES support our clinical programs, and Emily Kobus highlighted their impact on surgical outcomes. More: tinyurl.com/5fphcfvt

This #Thanksgiving we’re grateful for the people and programs bringing healthier options and education to communities across South Carolina. Wishing everyone a safe, healthy holiday. 🧡

On #WorldDiabetesDay, leaders from across South Carolina came together for the @DiabetesFreeSC Annual Meeting 💙 The day was filled with new ideas, collaboration and inspiration to advance diabetes prevention and care. tinyurl.com/2w45jck5

November is #DiabetesAwarenessMonth 💙 We’re proud to support partners across South Carolina who help prevent and manage diabetes — from community outreach to school wellness and food access. Learn more about their work: diabetesfreesc.org/programs

Stress hormones raise blood sugar, making diabetes harder to manage. On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we highlight programs supported by @diabetesfreesc that bring mental health into the conversation about whole-person care. diabetesfreesc.org

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth. Through @diabetesfreesc partners, patients receive education and real-world support from health workers and educators. Knowledge is the first step to preventing and managing diabetes. diabetesfreesc.org/programs

The Women’s Health Initiative has enrolled 1,370+ women since 2022, helping lower A1C levels and improve health. With a support extension from @DiabetesFreeSC, WHI clinics will continue through 2026 to support women managing diabetes. bit.ly/4gphRL5

Managing diabetes doesn’t stop at childbirth. The Women’s Health Initiative, supported by @diabetesfreesc, offers postpartum care through clinics at @theprismahealth and @MUSChealth, helping new mothers stay connected to care. bit.ly/4lRt7n3

The SHIELD program is launching! This new initiative offers 12 weeks of culturally tailored diabetes education in trusted settings in Belton and West Columbia. Supported by @DiabetesfFreeSC, SHIELD empowers prevention through knowledge and connection. bit.ly/40Lrw9I

TRACK Trails are growing across South Carolina. Celebrate National TRACK Trails Day on August 16 by visiting a trail with family. Find self-guided hikes created by @KidsInParks, and supported by @DiabetesFreeSC, to connect, explore and stay active. bit.ly/3U4b2pA

Healthy Palmetto’s statewide action plan outlines six priorities, from nutrition supports to community mobility. @DiabetesFreeSC is proud to support programs that help build healthier South Carolina communities through shared evidence‑based strategies. healthypalmetto.org/wp-content/upl…

Diabetes Free SC welcomes global expert Dr. Silvio Inzucchi as guest speaker at our 2025 Annual Meeting. A leader in clinical diabetes care, Dr. Inzucchi brings deep insight as we mark #WorldDiabetesDay. Register here: bit.ly/406MZtA

In 2025, Diabetes Free SC will support the expansion of SC MOMs, continue the Women’s Health Initiative and launch SHIELD, a faith-based diabetes program. Partners include @theprismahealth, @MUSChealth and others. Learn more: bit.ly/3XdQY4W

School-based wellness is prevention in action. With @HealthierGen and @MUSCHealth’s Boeing Center, we suport PSE changes in SC schools. The result: better health and stronger futures. Watch here: youtu.be/Mn0zs_DZGfw

We participated in the @DiabetesPro Scientific Sessions, where we connected with global experts on the latest in diabetes care and prevention. We learned about promising therapies, tools and strategies that can help reduce complications and improve outcomes right here in SC.

The SC MOMs program helps pregnant women with diabetes get the care they need—when they need it most. Since 2020, it’s cut preterm births by 20% and improved outcomes with personalized care, fewer C-sections, and healthier newborns. Read more: bit.ly/3SVlMG1

When school’s out, many SC kids lose access to healthy meals. @HealthierGen, supported by @DiabetesFreeSC, works with districts and @EducationSC to promote free summer meal sites and nutrition tools for families. Learn more: bit.ly/3SIdYb7

At the @nutritionorg annual conference, @DiabetesFreeSC shared the success of VeggieRx by @FoodShareSC. Through the program, fresh food prescriptions helped lower A1C, BMI, BP and weight for patients with diabetes. Learn more here: bit.ly/4l0smr1

1 in 10 pregnant women in SC have diabetes, increasing health risks. Our SC MOMs program helps manage diabetes for healthier pregnancies and better outcomes. Since 2020, our partners have helped over 3,000 women. Learn more: bit.ly/3SVlMG1

Adults with diabetes face higher risks during surgery. @DiabetesFreeSC supports SQCDI, which helps improve health before surgery to reduce these risks. Learn more about SQCDI's work: bit.ly/4gphRL5